Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.•Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a Dietary Aide to prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility. The role supports HCSG’s commitment to positively impacting communities and enhancing customer and resident experiences. The Dietary Aide contributes to providing nutritious meals as part of a supportive team. The position involves food preparation, meal service based on residents’ dietary needs and portion sizes, and cleaning and sanitizing kitchen and dining areas. Employees must follow food safety and sanitation guidelines, interact positively with residents, staff, and guests, and perform other duties as assigned. The starting pay rate is USD $16.35 per hour. HCSG describes itself as an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and states that it provides equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous experience in food service or a kitchen environment is preferred but not required.
Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks.
Comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
Ability to lift or carry up to 30 pounds and push or pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods.
Ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification, as required by state or county law.
Residency within the service area is required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience in food service or a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads.
Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes.
Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and dining areas.
Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
Interact positively with residents, staff, and guests, providing excellent customer service.
Perform all other duties as assigned.